Sea-level Rise
Sea Level, Tides, and Coastal Flooding
Are areas with larger tidal ranges more likely to flood?
Author: Alyssa Pietraszek
I am a Ph.D. candidate in Marine Geosciences at the Leon H. Charney School of Marine Sciences, University of Haifa. My research focuses on sea-level rise and coastline changes, specifically identifying geomorphological and sedimentological indicators of past sea-levels along the Mediterranean coast of Israel. In my free time, I enjoy scuba diving, traveling, and reading.
Sea-level Rise
The Lesser Explored Connection Between Storm Surge and Sea-Level Rise
Coastal flood risk is usually determined according to mean sea-level. However, changes in storminess can also impact coastal flooding.
Pollution
Coastal Erosion and Marine Litter Pollution
Coastal dunes, which are present along many coastlines, likely contain accumulations of litter that can enter the marine environment.
Sea-level Rise
Sea-Level Rise and Coastal Communities
More accurate predictions of future sea-level changes can help avoid unnecessary damage to coastal communities and infrastructure.